He came very close to having a fatal accident

17. He came very close to having a fatal accident. (INCH)

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18. Nobody in the whole room blushed but me. (RED)

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19. He was so angry his face changed color. (BLUE)

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20. It wasn’t my intention to be in the red for so long, Mr. Philips. (MEAN)

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21. We simply cannot afford to buy a new car this year. (IN)

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22. Could you leave out the technical details and tell me how this battery works? (SCIENCE)

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23. The technical staff went on strike in sympathy with the pilots. (CAME)

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24. They had planned to stay two months in India at first. (INTENTION)

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25. I doubt that they will turn down your invitation. (TURN)

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26. The project received the unanimous approval of the committee. (FAVOUR)

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27. He was promoted to captain because he was a fine leader. (VIRTUE)

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28. Everyone knows that Jesse Owens was one of the best athletes ever. (STANDARDS)

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29. Nobody knows whether he will take part in the race or not. (NO)

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30. From what everyone says, he’s been to prison at least five times. (ACCOUNTS)

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31. David is too boring to join us on a weekend camping trip. (BLANKET)

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32. The management’s statement does not conform at all to previous policy. (TOTAL)

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33. My father was serious when he told you not to come here again. (MEANT)

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34. I knew it was a risky investment, but I didn’t expect to lose ever y penny. (BANK)

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35. I was aware it was hard work, but I didn’t realise I had to work every weekend. (FOR)

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36. The cash dispenser hasn’t worked for weeks. (OUT)

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37. I always beat dad when we play chess. (BETTER)

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38. Even though this passport has expired, they allowed him to travel on it. (REGARDLESS)

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39. When I last saw Jackson he was going to the park. (FOR)

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40. The landlord cheated them and wouldn’t give them their deposit back. (OUT)

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